What Maintenance Does a New Energy Vehicle Require?

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New energy vehicle maintenance involves the following steps: 1. Avoid high-current discharge: When starting, carrying passengers, or going uphill, try to avoid sudden acceleration, which can cause instantaneous high-current discharge. High-current discharge can easily lead to the formation of lead sulfate crystals, damaging the physical performance of the battery plates. 2. Never store the vehicle with a depleted battery: A depleted battery state occurs when the battery is not promptly recharged after use. This state can lead to sulfation, blocking the ion channels, resulting in insufficient charging and reduced battery capacity. The correct practice is to charge the battery once a month when it is not in use to maintain its health. However, thanks to modern BMS (Battery Management System), even slightly prolonged charging will not affect the vehicle. 3. Master the correct charging time: During use, accurately determine the charging time based on actual conditions, considering frequency of use and mileage. If the battery gauge shows red and yellow lights during normal operation, it's time to charge. If only the red light remains, stop operation and charge as soon as possible, as excessive discharge can severely shorten battery life. Charging immediately after short usage is not advisable, nor should charging time be excessively long, as overcharging can cause the battery to overheat. Overcharging, over-discharging, and insufficient charging all reduce battery lifespan. Typically, the average charging time for a battery is around 10 hours. If the battery temperature exceeds 65°C during charging, stop the process. 4. Regularly check tire pressure: Maintain correct tire pressure by checking it every two weeks or at least once a month. Incorrect tire pressure can increase power consumption, reduce driving range, decrease comfort, shorten tire lifespan, and compromise safety. 6. Avoid direct sunlight: Never expose the electric vehicle to direct sunlight. High temperatures can increase internal battery pressure, leading to water loss, reduced battery activity, and accelerated plate aging. 7. Periodic inspections: If the vehicle's range suddenly drops significantly by over ten kilometers in a short period, it's likely that at least one battery in the pack is faulty. In such cases, promptly visit a sales center or authorized service center for inspection, repair, or battery pack reconfiguration.